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International Driving Permit: How to Get an IDP
What is an International Driving Permit, and how do you go about getting one? Our guide reveals all.

How to Change a Car’s Wheel If It Has a Flat Tyre
Has your car tyre gone flat? Here's our step-by-step guide for changing it for the spare so you can continue on your way.

FWD vs RWD vs AWD vs 4WD
What's the difference between front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive? We explain all.

What is Motability and Who is Eligible for Motobility Allowance?
Thanks to the Motability scheme, people in need of specially adapted vehicles can lease them at low prices.

Driving in Snow and Ice: Tips for Staying Safe in Winter
When the snow starts coming down, caution behind the wheel becomes even more important. Here's are some tips to help you keep...
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What is a Car Infotainment System?
When it comes to keeping us informed and entertained, the infotainment systems in our cars can now do more than ever.

How to Prepare Your Car for an MOT
If you're driving a car that's at least three years old, MOT tests are a part of the deal. Follow this checklist to earn a pa...
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What is a DPF? Diesel Particulate Filters Explained
If your car is showing a warning light that looks like an exhaust with spots on it, you don't need to fear—it's just your die...
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Euro Emissions Standards: What Do They Mean?
Cars are incredibly helpful machines, but they also have a history of being bad for the environment. Here's how Europe's emis...
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What are the Different Types of Automatic Gearbox?
From CVT to dual clutch, and torque convertor to robotised manual, find out about all the types of automatic gearbox, as well...
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Company Car Tax Explained
Everything you need to know about company car tax; how to calculate it, and how to find the car – and tax rate – that’s right...
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Top Tips for Driving with Children
Driving with children in the back seat can be great fun – or it can be a stress-filled nightmare. Here’s how to prevent it fr...
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How to Fit a Child Car Seat
Choosing the right car seat for your child is a hugely important safety consideration. Experts from Good Egg Safety guide us ...
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Child Car Seat Laws in the UK Explained
Your children are your most precious cargo, so make sure you have an appropriate child seat for them before you head out on t...
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What Does BMW Stand For?
BMW is one of the most popular car companies out there, but do you know what its name stands for? Here we look at the company...
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Car Towing: The Basics Explained
If you're new to towing a caravan or trailer, this is the place to give you all the information you need to get started – reg...
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Towing Licence: What Can I Tow?
If you've got a driving licence, you can tow a caravan or trailer, right? Not necessarily. Make sure you know the rules or yo...
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Buying A Used Car For Towing A Caravan
Need a used car to tow a caravan, boat or horse box? You'll need something up to the job, but that isn't a thirsty old lump f...
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CarGurus UK Electric Vehicle Sentiment Survey 2021
The CarGurus UK Electric Vehicle Sentiment Survey provides a detailed view of the public's perception of the electric car mar...
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The Car Chip Shortage: What It Means
A shortage of computer chips for cars has caused global production problems, fewer new cars and price rises in the used marke...
Read moreFirst Drive: 2023 Vauxhall Grandland GSe
The Vauxhall Grandland GSe PHEV is the second model to be launched under the company's new electrified performance sub-brand,...
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How to Maximise Fuel Economy
Understanding rolling resistance, aerodynamic resistance, and mechanical resistance can help to maximise your car's fuel econ...
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CarGurus Fuel Chooser
CarGurus research reveals that fuel consumption is now the number one priority for car buyers as the cost of living crisis co...
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Yellow Lines and Parking: What are the Rules?
You’ll see yellow lines on roads all around the country, but what do they actually mean and when can you park on them? In thi...
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